, yes but most indie developers dont have enough resources (read time and cash) to get both perfect. So you will have to prioritize. I dont say it is wise to ingnore the graphics side entirely as a programmer, I just think gameplay has more priority than grahpics.

One solution for the lack of resources to create great graphics (high poly, high resolution, lots of detail etc.), is to be creative with the art style. Many good indie games have a great art style and so still deliver nice eye candy (nomnom). Though this is easier said than done ofcourse.